Bosun Tijani Foundation Opens Applications for Gen AI Cohort 2
The Bosun Tijani Foundation has opened applications for the second cohort of its Generative AI Fellowship, a six-month programme aimed at building practical artificial intelligence skills among young Nigerians while paying each participant N50,000 every month. Accepted candidates will receive the monthly stipend alongside mentorship, career support, and access to premium learning tools.
Training Locations and Tracks
The fellowship targets Nigerians looking to enter the AI industry, offering two distinct learning tracks based on career interest. Candidates on the AI Engineering track will cover areas such as machine learning, model fine-tuning, cloud deployment using tools like SageMaker and Docker, AI security, and agentic Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems. Those on the AI Application track will focus on Next.js and modern web frameworks, AI API integration with platforms such as OpenAI and Claude, product design, user experience, and backend database management. Training will run across two locations: ICT Park Abeokuta and ICT Park Kano.
Benefits for Fellows
Beyond the N50,000 monthly stipend, participants will have access to expert mentorship from AI professionals, hands-on experience working on real-world projects, a certificate of completion, and premium learning materials and software. The foundation will also provide job placement and career support to help graduates transition into the AI workforce.
Key Dates and Application Process
Applications opened on July 20, 2026, and will close on July 31, 2026. The selection process runs from August 3 to 15, with the training programme set to begin on September 1, 2026, according to MSME Africa. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the Bosun Tijani Foundation website before the deadline.
